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Flowering Pear Chanticleer

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Flowering Pear Chanticleer

Ornamental tree

Pyrus calleryana 'Chanticleer'

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 5–9
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 240" spacing
  • High water
  • pH 6–8
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  • Overview

    A superior alternative to Bradford Pear with a naturally pyramidal shape and stronger branching structure that resists storm damage. Covered in white spring blooms followed by glossy foliage that turns brilliant red-purple in fall, making it ideal for street trees and formal landscapes.

  • Planting

    Plant nursery trees in spring or fall. Grafted cultivar.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–8. Space plants 240" apart. Germination: 30-60.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, scale insects, pear psylla. Common diseases: Fire blight (resistant), leaf spot, rust.